Passionfruit

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Introduction

Passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) is a vine species of passion flower native to South America. It can be cultured in both tropical and subtropical regions. The fruit has a spherical to ovoid shape and it is entirely fleshy. The fruit’s weight can vary between 30 to 80 grams and inside its flesh there are approximately 250 black seeds.  

 History

Passion fruit is native to South America and mainly in regions of Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay. Some people believe though that it is originated from Australia instead of South America but there is no sufficient evidence to support this claim.  

Regions

The fruit can be found in both tropical and subtropical regions around the globe. Significant amounts of passion fruit are produced in Brazil, Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, Kenya, Uganda, Argentina, Paraguay, South Africa, and India. 

Flavours &Texture

Its taste is slightly acidic and musky and it resembles the taste of guava fruit. It has a strong fruity and tart taste. In terms of its texture, it is thick and very jelly-like.  

Preparation

Cut the fruit in half with a sharp knife and scoop out the edible seeds and juicy flesh that surrounds them. You can eat it with a spoon as it is or you can make juice, or smoothies. 

Nutritional Value

Passion fruit contains a moderate amount of calories and it is a rich source of antioxidants, protein, vitamins, and fibre.

Calories per 100 g

97 kcal

Fat

0.7 g

Carbohydrates

23.39 g

Fibre

10.4 g

Protein

2.2 g

Vitamin C

50% of the RDI

Vitamin A

43% of the RDI

Riboflavin

10% of the RDI

SHIPPING


Choose your desired delivery date at the checkout, available delivery dates will be displayed at checkout stage. All orders are dispatched via DHL on a 24hr Next Working Day service. If no date is selected your order will be dispatched at the next available date.

We offer Free Next Working Day Delivery on all orders over £75 including our selection boxes.

Our shipping rates are as follows:-
England - £6.95
Scotland - £9.95
Northern Ireland - £9.95

Customers are responsible for being present at the shipping address provided on the date selected at checkout. Exotic Fruits are not responsible for any missed or attempted deliveries that must be rearranged by the customer.

All orders are packed in cardboard boxes with a biodegradable packing pellets to protect the fruit during transit, unfortunately we do not offer a gift wrapping or send the fruit in a gift basket as this may cause toe bruise during transit..

RETURNS

Let's start by stating the obvious. ​Since our produce is perishable we cannot accept returns.​

​That said, we want every customer to be happy so we do offer vouchers, refunds and replacements at our sole discretion if your fruit has arrived inedible. If you would like to report an item which has become damaged or perished during transit, please:-

  • Take a photo of the inedible product
  • Put the product into your refrigerator
  • Send the photos to info@exoticfruits.co.uk, please include your order number in the subject
  • All requests must contact us within 24 hours of order receipt

We are not responsible for products that spoil if there is not someone to receive your delivery on the date that you request it, full tracking is provided and can be requested anytime after dispatch.

You can cancel your order anytime before dispatch, please contact 020 3633 8893 or info@exoticfruits.co.uk to cancel your order.

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